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As the state begins to warm up, Wisconsinites should pay closer attention to the health and well-being of themselves and loved ones throughout the warmer months.

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Report: June 2, 2025
As reported by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Monday, June 2, 2025.
Historical Society gearing up to reopen for summer
he Tomahawk Area Historical Society is gearing up to reopen for the summer, and last week, volunteers worked on new displays and made updates to old ones.
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Aspirus providing access to emergency stroke treatment through telestroke services
Aspirus Health recently provided information on telestroke treatment.
Chamber accepting Room Tax Grant applications
The Tomahawk Regional Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for Room Tax Grants through Friday, June 13.
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Government
Nystrom resigns from city council
The City of Tomahawk Common Council is looking to fill a vacant seat following the resignation of a member.
LCVSO highlights ongoing outreach efforts in Tomahawk
The Lincoln County Veterans Service Office (LCVSO) earlier this month highlighted the continuation of its efforts in Tomahawk.
Wisconsin counties receive state funding for forest roads
Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) this week announced that $320,600.00 in state funds is anticipated to improving more than 930 miles of county forest roads in 24 counties across the state, including several in the Northwoods.
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Education
Tomahawk students take part in Memorial Day program
Tomahawk Elementary School hosted a Memorial Day program last week.
Kurth, Vanderwyst take top spots in welding competition
Two Tomahawk High School (THS) students were recently recognized for their performances in a welding competition.
League of Women Voters holds voter registration drives at Northwoods high schools
The League of Women Voters of the Northwoods (LWVNOW) this month held voter registration drives at high schools in Lincoln, Oneida and Vilas Counties.
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Sports
Gainers of the Month, Iron Hatchets of the Year.The Tomahawk Hatchet Weightlifting Club last week announced its Gainers of the Month through the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year, as well the winners of the Iron Hatchet of the Year award, which recognizes the most consistent and hardest-working lifters. Gainers of the Month are as follows: January, Abi Henrikson and Cash Olsen; February, Ella Peissig and Max Larson; March, Sophia Kiser and Nate Riemer; April, Faith Derleth and Hudson Evans; May, Alicia Voermans and Teddy Frederickson. The Iron Hatchets of the Year are Ella Peissig and Brayden Larson. Pictured, from left: Faith Derleth, Alicia Voermans, Ella Peissig, Sophia Kiser, Nathan Riemer, Hudson Evans, Teddy Frederickson.
Gainers of the Month, Iron Hatchets recognized by Weightlifting Club
The Tomahawk Hatchet Weightlifting Club this week announced its Gainers of the Month through the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year, as well the winners of the Iron Hatchet of the Year Award, which recognizes the most consistent and hardest-working lifters.
Pictured are Sandry and her family.
Sandry signs letter of intent
Recent Tomahawk High School graduate Kaylynn Sandry last week signed a letter of intent to participate in track and field at the University of Wisconsin-Stout.
Five takeaways from the Packers’ 2025 schedule
Well folks, the most important sports day of the year has finally happened: The National Football League has released the 2025 schedule. This will remain the most important sports day of the year for the next 365 days, give or take, until the 2026 schedule comes out.
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Nature and Outdoors
A turtle’s shell is tough but not tougher than your tires. Wisconsin DNR is reminding the public to be mindful when driving in low, wet areas where turtles may be crossing.
DNR: Slow down, give turtles a brake this nesting season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging the public to slow down on roadways for turtles that are emerging from waterways to nest.
The process to update the DNR's Beaver Management Plan begins with applications for new committee.
Applications for Beaver Management Committee open
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking qualified stakeholder applicants to serve on the Beaver Management Plan Committee (BMPC).
Fishing Report: Activity is solid across the board
After a rollercoaster of spring weather, summer is finally settling in across the Northwoods.
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Opinion and Editorial
Life's Meaning
Dear Reader, There’s something about growing older—about all the experiences we gather, the places we’ve been, and the people we’ve met along the way—that helps a …
The Implications of Telling a Lie
Dear Reader, Let’s consider what it means when someone tells a lie. Whether it’s told to one person or many—depending on the liar’s available platforms—the essence …
Memorial Day: Honoring the Ultimate Sacrifice
Dear Reader,  As Memorial Day approaches, we pause to and honor those who gave everything for our nation. Each Memorial Day, we stand in solemn gratitude for thos who never …
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Obituaries
John Kelsey Bowman
John Kelsey Bowman, 87, was born Jan. 13, 1938, in Bandon, Ore., and died May 21, 2025, at the Aspirus Wausau Hospital after a short illness.
Grant Arnold Lucia
Grant Arnold Lucia of Aurora ed away peacefully in his home on Friday, May 23, 2025.
Gordon 'Gordie' Linus Wundrow
Gordon “Gordie” Linus Wundrow, 92, of Marshfield, ed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at the House of the Dove in Marshfield.
Kirsten (Kissy) J. Boyens
Kirsten (Kissy) Boyens died unexpectedly in her home on Oct. 4, 2024 at the age of 61.
Barbara Ann Wagner
Barbara Ann Wagner, age 86, of Tomahawk and Eagle River, Wis., unexpectedly ed to her heavenly home on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at PAM Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Wausau, Wis.
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Packers
Post-game interview with Green Bay Packers Quarterback Jordan Love
Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur after the Oct. 20 win against the Houston Texans.
Special Sections
Mary Jane Van Duyse Sorgel started her dance career at the Dorothy Leyse La Plant School of Dancing at the age of six. Three years later, she began to twirling baton and started wowing the crowds at regional festivals with her acrobatics and baton twirling skills.
Mary Jane Van Duyse Sorgel started her dance career at the Dorothy Leyse La Plant School of Dancing at the age of six. Three years later, she began to twirling baton and started wowing the crowds at regional festivals with her acrobatics and baton twirling skills.
Mary Jane Van Duyse Sorgel started her dance career at the Dorothy Leyse La Plant School of Dancing at the age of six. Three years later, she began to twirling baton and started wowing the crowds at regional festivals with her acrobatics and baton twirling skills.
Mary Jane Van Duyse Sorgel started her dance career at the Dorothy Leyse La Plant School of Dancing at the age of six. Three years later, she began to twirling baton and started wowing the crowds at regional festivals with her acrobatics and baton twirling skills.
Mary Jane Van Duyse Sorgel started her dance career at the Dorothy Leyse La Plant School of Dancing at the age of six. Three years later, she began to twirling baton and started wowing the crowds at regional festivals with her acrobatics and baton twirling skills.
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